7. Practical blessing “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” James 1:5 My four-year old son was not the only one with many questions throughout various house-fixing jobs. He actually learned house-building related vocabulary faster than I did. IContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (8)”
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Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (7)
Social blessing “…You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Matt 22:39 With no flooring but lots of sawdust around, it was hard to have guests over for a comfortable gathering, not to mention entertainment. We were blessed to have wonderful in-laws,. and friends, who were more like angels in our eyes, simply show up toContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (7)”
Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (6)
5. Financial blessing “You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth,…” Deuteronomy 8:18 As much hard work as it has been, it is such a joy to know that God blessed us with a house debt free. He has enabled us to honor the no-debtContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (6)”
Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (5)
4. Spiritual blessing “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Psalm 23:1 We couldn’t see any of the blessings counted here without a strong conviction in Who is in charge of our lives. Even this faith is a free gift from God (Ephesians 2:8). Life challenges are like well prepared gifts from theContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (5)”
Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (3)
2. Emotional blessing “… God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 Cleaning up and repairing a house is one major project! How about living inContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (3)”
Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (1)
For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. —2 Cor. 5:1 One year ago, Oct. 10th, 2014, we moved out of our rental house after four months of waiting. The reason why IContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (1)”
6 Ways to pray for our new home.
After months of working to get the house ready, and even safe, to have guests, we were excited to have a time of prayer and dedication in June 2015. This house is God’s, and we are grateful that friends who helped and prayed for us during these months of preparation were able to come andContinue reading “6 Ways to pray for our new home.”
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